Controls And Features; Mulch Plug - MTD E18J Operator's Manual

Controls a nd Features
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Recoil Starter ...............
Switch
Cutting Height
\ \\ Adjustment Lever
Mulch Plug
Figure 4-1
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BladeControl
gecoU Starter
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the
unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
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This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
DriveControl
The drive control is located on the underside of the upper handle
and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze it against the upper
handle to engage the drive; release it to slow down or stop
mower from propelling. See Fig.4-1.
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the "Assembly &
Set-Up" Section.
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Electric StartIgnition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel.
It is used only for the electric starter.
Primer
The primer is located on the left side of the
engine, behind the air cleaner.Pressing the
primer forces fuel directly into the engine's
carburetor to aid in starting the engine.
Mulch Plug
The mulch plug is used for mulching purpose. Instead of
collecting the grass clippings in the grass catcher,your mower
has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn.
Make sure that the rear discharge door is closedand the grass
catcher is removed from unit while mulching.